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Surfer's Ear Surgery

Surfer’s ear (exostosis) is caused by bone growth in the ear canal due to repeated cold water exposure. Surgery is done to remove these bony growths and restore the ear canal’s normal shape.

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The procedure:

  • Performed under general anaesthetic

  • The surgeon accesses the ear canal through the ear opening or a small cut behind the ear

  • Drills or chisels are used to carefully remove the excess bone

  • The ear canal is then re-lined if needed and packed for healing

  • Takes about 1 to 2 hours; usually a day procedure
     

Post-op care includes keeping the ear dry and avoiding water sports until fully healed. Surgery helps improve hearing and prevent repeated ear infections.

Dr Michele Long

Our Address

Room 128,

Vincent Pallotti Life Hospital
Pinelands, Cape Town

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Tel:  021 531 4282

or 086 580 5544 after hours

​Email:  admin@entlong.co.za

Rooms open

Monday to Friday

8am - 5pm
By Appointment Only

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